About Paul McGee

Paul McGee is a founding director of McGee McGee Agar Law and widely regarded as one of the UK’s foremost legal authorities on conspiracy and serious organised crime. With over two decades of criminal defence experience. He has built a national reputation for his work in high-profile conspiracy cases involving Class A drug supply, firearms, serious violence, and complex multi-handed prosecutions.

Clients trust Paul for his strategic thinking, meticulous case preparation, and proven ability to challenge the most serious allegations. He regularly acts in complex Crown Court trials across England and Wales, defending individuals accused of conspiracy to supply drugs, conspiracy to murder, and other serious criminal conspiracies.

Paul leads the firm’s serious crime and conspiracy team, bringing not only extensive courtroom experience but also an unrivalled understanding of the investigative tactics used in modern conspiracy prosecutions, including EncroChat and covert surveillance cases.

Expertise in Conspiracy Law

Paul McGee is recognised across the UK as a leading solicitor in conspiracy law. His focus lies in defending those accused of complex and serious criminal conspiracies, including:

• Conspiracy to supply Class A drugs
• Conspiracy to possess firearms
• Conspiracy to commit murder or cause grievous bodily harm
• EncroChat-linked conspiracy cases
• Multi-defendant prosecutions involving alleged organised crime groups

Paul has developed a specialist skill set in analysing large volumes of prosecution evidence, including call data records, surveillance logs, and digital communications. He understands how the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), police, and National Crime Agency (NCA) approach conspiracy investigations — and he knows how to challenge them.

His strategic approach often involves early engagement with the prosecution, forensic review of unused material, and working with leading barristers and experts to test the reliability of key evidence.

Paul regularly advises clients during police interviews under caution, at pre-charge stage, and throughout complex Crown Court proceedings. His early involvement has, in many cases, resulted in charges being dropped or reduced before trial.

Clients facing some of the UK’s most serious allegations choose Paul because of his calm, analytical style, his tenacity in court, and his exceptional understanding of conspiracy law in practice.

Notable Cases and Achievements

Over the past 20 years, Paul McGee has defended clients in some of the most serious and widely reported conspiracy cases in the UK. His caseload includes high-profile trials involving allegations of large-scale drug trafficking, organised violence, and complex cross-border conspiracies.

While many of Paul’s cases are subject to reporting restrictions or client confidentiality, his record of success includes:

• Securing not guilty verdicts in multi-handed conspiracy to supply Class A drugs cases involving EncroChat evidence
• Representing defendants in serious firearms conspiracies, with successful challenges to covert surveillance and forensics
• Obtaining acquittals in alleged gang-related conspiracy to murder charges, where Paul exposed key inconsistencies in the prosecution case
• Advising high-net-worth and international clients facing conspiracy charges connected to organised crime groups

Paul is frequently instructed in cases involving digital evidence, including encrypted communications, mobile phone analysis, and international intelligence sharing. His ability to deconstruct complex prosecution narratives and present clear, persuasive defences has earned him the respect of both clients and fellow professionals.

Clients facing the most serious consequences, including potential life sentences, rely on Paul for his strategic expertise, discretion, and commitment to securing the strongest defence.

Professional Affiliations and Recognitions

Paul McGee is known among barristers, judges, and fellow solicitors for his depth of knowledge and strategic leadership in serious criminal defence.

He is:

• A Senior Director and co-founder of McGee McGee Agar Law, leading the firm’s serious crime and conspiracy team.
• A long-standing member of the Law Society of England and Wales.
• A regular point of contact for other solicitors seeking tactical input on large-scale conspiracy proceedings.
• Recognised by clients and legal peers for his thoroughness, discretion, and courtroom effectiveness.

While Paul’s focus remains firmly on client outcomes rather than public accolades, his results speak for themselves. His work has led to not guilty verdicts in some of the most complex conspiracy cases prosecuted in England and Wales.

Paul’s reputation continues to grow through consistent performance, a track record of high-level defence, and referrals from those who trust him with the most serious allegations.